Road Rail Products
Varley Road Rail Products offer innovative solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of railway maintenance and construction projects.
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Varley Road Rail Products
Varley prides itself on making some of the best and most reliable rail equipment on the market. Our product line of road rail systems on the market are in high demand, giving our customers the reassurance that every product manufactured is Strong, Tough and Reliable. All Varley road rail products, equipment, and machines are made to relevant Australian standards which comply with all rail networks within Australia and worldwide.
All our equipment is made and tested in Australia to ensure it can withstand the renowned harsh Australian environment.
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Fail-safe Brake System
Australia's Premier Hi-Rail Brake.
Guaranteed compliance with all mandatory Australian and RISSB standards.
As an ONRSR-RRV accredited company for design, manufacture and testing, the Hercules Fail-Safe Brake System by Varley has a proven reliability. Every Hi-Rail vehicle is tested on our ONRSR approved tri gauge test track.
Retro fitted to any road rail vehicle or track machine the Hercules Fail-Safe Brake System is a friction type of brake system that has been designed for light, medium or heavy vehicle applications. Our fail-safe brakes are fully independent functions that satisfy all rail safety regulations and stringent industry standards.
The brakes are spring applied and hydraulic released, meeting all fail-safe requirements. Spring rates are adjusted to suit the vehicle size and brake application.
Each brake system is equipped with an independent hydraulic circuit which does not affect the base vehicle circuits. All brake systems are controlled by a functional screen added to the vehicle.
The Hercules fail safe brake is integrated to the vehicle to comply with AS7502 and all of the network standards.
Rigorous testing is carried out on track before vehicle handover to ensure the system meets all requirement. Rail park brakes are tested to a 1:24 grade to meet the new rail tunnel requirements.
All options include Varley exceptional customer support including the Varley all states national service network.
** EMERGENCY FAIL-SAFE BREAK CAN BE ADAPTED FOR A SERVICE BREAK APPLICATION.
Specification
- Electrical: 12v or 24v systems
- Hydraulic: customized pressure ratings for individual vehicle need
- Spring Rates: Light, Medium, Heavy and Extra Heavy Duty
- Capacity: Tested to 30 tonne GVM
- Wheel Size: Brake shoes made in hose to suit wheel treadline diameters
- Item number: VH_FSBS
- Internal Independent Engineering and design team. Interface agreement which accesses 30klm of test track to meet the standard.
- AS7502 (RRV’s) and AS7501 (compliance certification) RISSB Committee Member
Why Use Us?
We comply with RISSB (Rail Industry Safety and Standards Board) Standard 1.4 Competency (see below) Quality Assured ISO 9001/2015 Varley are ICP registered for Infrastructure maintenance vehicle approved for NSW, [ASA,ARTC,JH-CRN] -Victoria [ MTM,V-Line] – SA[DPTI]-WA [ PTA, ARC, Pilbara area] Varley is an approved RIM (Rail Infrastructure Manager) and RSO (Rolling Stock Operator) Varley is the only company accredited by ONRSR for
- Railway Operation – Construction, commissioning, maintenance, repair, modification, decommissioning, operation or movement, or causing the operation or by movement by any means.
- Rolling Stock – Road Rail Shunt Vehicles, Freight Wagons and Road Rail Vehicles.
- Large rail bearings and hubs for peace of mind
- Hi-rail indicators in-dash for easy operation
- Dedicated air compressor and tanks for rail brakes
- Pivoting axle for quick rail certifications
RISSB Standard
- 1.4 Competency
- Competence of all persons verifying designs of or modifications to road rail vehicles shall be in accordance with AS 7501:2013, Section 4, Independent Competent Person (5.5.1.10, 5.5.1.12, 5.5.1.45, 5.5.1.46)
- In accordance with the Rail Safety National Law 2012, all designers, design verifiers, constructors, construction validators, operators, maintainers, and certifiers of road rail vehicles shall have relevant competencies to undertake their work. (5.5.1.10, 5.5.1.12, 5.5.1.45, 5.5.1.46)
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1 Tonne Multi-Gauge Trolley
The Varley Road Rail 1 Tonne Multi-Gauge Rail Push Trolley is fully compliant with all rail networks Australia wide!
Introducing the Hercules Rail Trolley: a versatile solution for railway maintenance nationwide. With fail-safe braking mechanisms and quick gauge change capabilities, this lightweight aluminum trolley ensures safety and efficiency on all rail networks.
Key Features
- Multi-Gauge Adaptation: The Hercules Rail Trolley features gauge adaptation capabilities, allowing for quick and easy adjustment to accommodate different rail sizes without the need for additional equipment.
- Fail-Safe Braking Mechanism: Equipped with fail-safe brakes on two rail wheels, ensuring secure positioning and preventing unintended movement for enhanced safety during maintenance operations.
- Lightweight Aluminum Construction: Constructed from high-grade aluminum, the trolley combines durability with lightweight design, facilitating easy handling and transportation by just two people while ensuring longevity in harsh railway environments.
Benefits
- Versatile Maintenance: The Hercules Rail Trolley offers a single solution for railway maintenance, eliminating the need for multiple equipment pieces and simplifying operations across all rail gauges.
- Enhanced Safety: Equipped with fail-safe braking mechanisms, this trolley ensures secure positioning and prevents unexpected movement, minimising the risk of accidents during maintenance tasks.
- Efficient Handling: Constructed from lightweight aluminium and weighing under 50kg, the trolley is easily manoeuvrable by two people and can be lifted onto tracks with ease, optimising efficiency and reducing physical strain on maintenance crews.
Specifications
- Carrying Capacity: The Hercules Rail Trolley has a carrying capacity of 1000kg, providing ample space for transporting large objects and equipment during railway maintenance tasks.
- Weight: Weighing under 50kg, this trolley is lightweight and easily maneuverable by two people, facilitating efficient handling and transportation on railway tracks.
- Compliance and Lighting: Fully compliant with all rail networks, the Hercules Rail Trolley includes running lights for nighttime use, ensuring visibility and safety during low-light conditions on railway tracks.
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Welding Grate
The Varley Road Rail Hercules Welding Crate is built to withstand the harsh Australian environment and the #1 selling rail welders storage system.
Introducing the Hercules Welding Crate: the go-to storage solution for rail welding crews. Built tough to endure Australia’s harsh conditions, it offers secure storage for all welding tools and consumables needed for rail welding tasks. Approved by recognised engineers, it guarantees safety and compliance, making it the top choice for rail welders nationwide.
Key Features
- Robust Construction: Constructed from high-grade RHS and reinforced with 5mm walkway expanded mesh, ensuring durability and strength to withstand the rigors of rail welding environments.
- Versatile Design: Equipped with 1m extending legs and three 2.5T welded transport lugs, providing versatility for use on ballast shoulders and ease of transportation.
- Engineer-Approved: Approved by recognized Chartered Professional Engineers (CPEng) and Registered Professional Engineers of Queensland (RPEQ), ensuring compliance with relevant Australian Standards and guaranteeing safety in rail welding operations.
Benefits
- Efficient Organization: The Hercules Welding Crate provides a custom storage solution, ensuring all welding consumables and tools are conveniently organized and readily accessible for rail welding tasks, increasing efficiency and productivity.
- Durability in Harsh Environments: Built to withstand the rugged conditions of the Australian rail industry, this crate offers robust construction and high-grade materials, ensuring longevity and reliability in demanding work environments.
- Compliance Assurance: Approved by recognized Chartered Professional Engineers (CPEng) and Registered Professional Engineers of Queensland (RPEQ), the Hercules Welding Crate guarantees compliance with relevant Australian Standards, providing peace of mind and ensuring safety in rail welding operations.
Specifications
- Dimensions: Length: 1400 mm, Width: 2100 mm, Height: 1300 mm, providing ample space for storing welding consumables and tools.
- SWL Capacity: With a Safe Working Load (SWL) capacity of 1500 Kg and a PAYE Load of 1075 Kg, ensuring the crate can safely carry heavy loads required for rail welding tasks.
- Material: Constructed from high-grade RHS (Rectangular Hollow Section) and reinforced with 5mm walkway expanded mesh, ensuring durability and strength to withstand the harsh conditions of rail welding environments.
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Track Jack SP
Effortless rail lifting: One operator, wireless remote control, and no physical exertion required.
Introducing the Hercules Track Jack SP: a remote-controlled rail jacking machine designed for effortless lifting of standard size rails, with or without sleepers. Perfect for spot tampers or pad replacement jobs, it offers single-operator manoeuvrability and wireless remote control functionality for enhanced safety and efficiency in railway maintenance tasks.
Key Features
The Hercules Track Jack SP is a remote controlled rail jacking device for use with standard rail sizes with or without sleepers. This user-friendly product requires just one operative procedure to lift the rail from its housings. This machine makes maintenance easy, no need to wrestle the machine as it does all the work for you. Just push one button and the machine moves and functions as normal.
It makes switching sides or working direction simple as the remote is fully wireless.
The Hercules Track Jack SP has dual rail grabs and 650mm of lifting travel.
It is also supplied with an electric starter and 60m range wireless receiver.
- Length: 2000mm (78.7in)
- Width: 850mm (33.5in)
- Height: 1000 mm (49.3in)
- Machine weight 650kg
- Capacity: Up to 4500kg
- Wireless remote controlled unit
- Single drive axle
Benefits
- One fully functional Track Jack for all standard size rails
- Quick and easy manoeuvring, means there is only the need for a single operator
- Self-propelled means no physical work is needed
- Remote controlled, easy to use remote set-up – Up to 60m wireless range